In addition to tributes to Sean "Diddy" Combs, this year's celebration includes performances by Jack Harlow, Lizzo, Latto, Lil Wayne, Chance the Rapper, Roddy Ricch, and more.
Tonight is the live broadcast of the 2022 BET Awards, which are being dogged by controversy as Lil Nas X criticized the network for failing to nominate him.
The rapper, who won the Best New Artist BET Award in 2020, has long made fun of the event, but last week he took his animosity a step further by peeing on the trophy in the music video for his latest track, "Late to da Party."
Even then, some fans are still of the opinion that this is all a marketing stunt and that Lil Nas X might truly show up tonight at the BET Awards. It wouldn't be wholly absurd however because the rapper is well-known for fabricating online fights, and at the BET Awards last year, he gave a spectacular homoerotic performance to the song "Montero (Call Me By Your Name)."
The BET Awards: Will Lil Nas X Attend? And who else is on stage? To learn how to watch the 2022 BET Awards on TV and online, continue reading.
When Are the BET Awards in 2022?
This Sunday, June 26 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT, BET will broadcast the 2022 BET Awards. The program will also be simultaneously broadcast on Logo, MTV, MTV2, TV Land, and VH1 for cable subscribers.
Live broadcasting of the program is done from Los Angeles' Microsoft Theater. The BET Awards are exclusively available to nominees and invited guests this year, as opposed to past events that were open to the general public. This means that viewers can only watch the BET Awards on television or online.
How to Get Free Online Access to the 2022 BET Awards
You can watch the BET Awards on BET or any of the previously stated TV networks if you have cable. There are a few options for free online streaming of the 2022 BET Awards for people without cable.
The best option for you is to use a streaming provider like fuboTV or DIRECTV Stream, both of which have BET in their selection of channels. To watch the BET Awards live online, sign up for one of the streamers.
FuboTV subscriptions typically cost $69.99, but you can currently sign up for a 7-day free trial here. You'll get immediate access to a free live stream of the BET Awards online. Next, decide whether to keep using the service at the $69.99/month rate or end it before your free trial is up.
DIRECTV Stream is a fantastic additional option for online BET Awards viewing. You can livestream the BET Awards online for free with the new DIRECTV streaming service, which offers all the top TV channels, including BET. The service is now providing a five-day free trial. Once your free trial is finished, DIRECTV Stream's price starts at just $69.99 per month.
Who Will Perform at the BET Awards in 2022?
With performances by Jack Harlow, Lizzo, Latto, Lil Wayne, Chloe, Giveon, Chance the Rapper, Roddy Ricch, and more, this year's BET Awards promise to be a fantastic musical evening.
As Sean "Diddy" Combs receives the BET Lifetime Achievement Award, there will also be a special tribute paid to him. Former Bad Boy singers like Faith Evans and Lil' Kim, as well as pals like Mary J. Blige, Jodeci, and Nas, will attend.
Who Has Been Nominated for a BET Award in 2022?
With six nominations this year, Doja Cat surpasses all other BET Awards candidates. Drake and Ari Lennox are closely behind with four each. Kendrick Lamar, Chris Brown, H.E.R., Summer Walker, City Girls, Jazmine Sullivan, and Silk Sonic are among the other nominees.
Along with Wizkid and Tems, Justin Bieber received a BET Awards nomination for their song, "Essence."
The Best Male Hip-Hop Artist category has a strong field, even without Lil Nas X, with Drake, Future, J. Cole, Jack Harlow, Kanye Wets, Kendrick Lamar, and Lil Baby competing for the BET award.
Who Will Host the BET Awards in 2022?
With a few surprises in store, Taraji P. Henson, who previously hosted the BET Awards, is back. After just releasing her brand-new track, "Break My Soul," fans on social media are speculating that Beyonce might make an unexpected performance. Could there be a special appearance by another A-lister? Mariah Carey is featured on Latto's "Big Energy (Remix)," which is dominating the charts. The celebrity singer was just spotted at an event in Hollywood the other night. Could Mimi join Latto on stage and shock the audience?
Find out tonight at 8 p.m. ET when the 2022 BET Awards are broadcast live. By clicking here to join up for DIRECTV Stream and selecting their five-day free trial, you may watch the BET Awards live online for free.
